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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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An 11-year-old was about to get her first phone—then her mom came up with a ‘social media prep school

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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Tru Fru strawberry snacks recalled nationwide over possible metal fragments—what parents should check tonight

Pantry check, parents! Tru Fru just recalled several freeze-dried strawberry snacks over possible metal fragments—here’s what you need to know before your kids reach for a treat.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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New mom’s viral shower hack is giving parents a game-changing idea

Struggling to shower as a new mom? Kailey Davis’ viral hack shows how a simple trick turned a chaotic moment into a win for both mom and baby

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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A bold request at a children’s museum leaves a 3-year-old stunned—and parents debating

Should adults intervene right away, or let kids navigate social hiccups on their own?

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

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The 90s are back with these Steve Madden platforms

Urban Outfitters has the sandals you've been missing since middle school.

Updated Dec. 02, 2021
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Is your pregnancy app sharing your data?

Where is your personal data going?

Updated Apr. 15, 2019
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Deal alert: Free custom mother’s day cards

They're gorgeous and totally personalized for you.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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10 ways babywearing benefits both mothers and babies

4. It's good for cognitive and social development.

Updated Sep. 19, 2023
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3 reasons why I’m letting go of bottle-feeding guilt

The first time I watched my husband's eyes light up as he fed our baby, I knew that I had made the right choice.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022
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When you and your partner disagree on how to raise the kids

The first year or two was mine to call the shots. But as they became toddlers, I had to cede control.

Updated Apr. 12, 2019
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Parents warned once again not to use Fisher Price Rock ‘n Play after more infant deaths

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is once again warning parents and caregivers not to use any models of Fisher-Price's Rock 'n Play sleepers.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023
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Are first-born children more intelligent? Behind the viral headlines

Despite the snappy headlines, it's not so simple.

Updated Apr. 12, 2019
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These viral photos capture the beauty of home birth and the strength of women

"I mustered my strength and listened to everyone cheer me on as I roared that baby out," shares Vanessa DeCosta.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023
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Postpartum depression left me feeling empty with holes I didn’t know how to fill

I had desperately wanted to be a mother and was so grateful for my daughter's health and happiness, but it felt like large chunks of me were gone, scooped out, and I had empty holes I didn't know how to fill.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Make toddler mealtime less messy with this, mama

If your toddler is a plate pusher like mine, there is a solution.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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I miss my husband

I miss him the way you miss something you used to have and totally took for granted, like collagen or personal space or uninterrupted sleep.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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The scientific benefits of a father’s presence in their kid’s lives

Fathers are no longer just considered "babysitters" but active, equal partners in their child's life.

Updated Sep. 22, 2022
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One baby, 3 parents: A new kind of IVF

But it's not without some controversy.

Updated Apr. 11, 2019
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Birth boundaries: Why Meghan Markle’s private birth is a powerful message to fellow mamas

By eschewing the (rather recent) tradition of public postpartum photo-ops in favor of doing what works for her, the Duchess is sending a message to pregnant women all over the world: You're in charge here, mama. You don't owe anyone an invitation to your birth, and you don't owe anyone a performance of postpartum perfection.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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